windbreaker
windbreaker — noun
- windbreakersingular
- windbreakersplural
1. a lightweight jacket made of fabric that stops the wind from passing through, of
a lightweight jacket made of fabric that stops the wind from passing through, often worn for outdoor activities such as walking, running, or hiking
Tendai put on his windbreaker before going for his morning run in the park.
collocation: put on + windbreaker
Liam packed a windbreaker in his backpack in case the weather turned windy.
collocation: pack + windbreaker for travel
The red windbreaker kept Rin warm and dry during the long bike ride.
Eric wore a light windbreaker over his shirt when he walked to the store.
Selim bought a new windbreaker for his hiking trip in the mountains.
- windcheater
British term for the same type of jacket; less common in American English
- anorak
usually a hooded waterproof jacket for cold or rainy weather; warmer and more protective than a simple windbreaker
- jacket
a much broader term that includes windbreakers, blazers, and other outerwear
文法句型
countable noun
用法筆記
Countable noun. In British English, the word 'windcheater' is sometimes used instead, though 'windbreaker' is common in both varieties for casual outdoor jackets.